Strikers keeper struck in face after batting heroics
Adelaide’s thrilling win over the Sixers has been marred by a nasty incident in the field that saw Bridget Patterson struck in the face by a 119km/h delivery.
Womens Cricket
Leg Buys: Jones’ ownership dream, Heat secure spinner
She has done it all in cricket playing for her country, a world renowned broadcaster and even a Cricket Australia director, but there is one thing Mel Jones is yet to tick off her list that she’d love to do. DANIEL CHERNY speaks to her and provides a BBL player update.
‘Ice cream with my parents’: 15yo star’s plans after stunning cricket debut
Caoimhe Bray made a stunning WBBL debut at just 15 years, claiming a key wicket for the Sydney Sixers and striking the winning runs — before revealing how she’d like to celebrate.
Aussie star flags retirement date as young gun faces setback
A five-time World Cup-winning Australian cricketer has flagged her plan to retire, as a rising star faces a surgery setback.
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How speaking out has helped Lanning change lives
When all-time cricket great Meg Lanning opened up about an ‘unhealthy relationship’ with food and exercise six months ago, she never imagined the impact it would have on everyday people – until they made it known to the former Australian captain.
World Cup gap filler set for Healy’s role
Jigsaw puzzles are occupying the time for the middle-order slogger given the task of filling Alyssa Healy’s T20 World Cup opening role.
‘Only 13’: Teen quick’s stunning call-up
A teenage fast bowler who is only a few years out of primary school is on the verge of a big-time debut.
Teen shock: Call up for 13yo star in WBBL squad
A teen cricket sensation could challenge the country’s best players after being called into the Hobart Hurricanes WBBL squad and may be in line for a shock debut.
‘Fingers crossed’: Unknowns for Aussie skipper
Australia is through to the final four at the T20 World Cup, but chances of snaring a fourth-straight title could hinge on the captain’s fitness.
‘Heartbroken’: Aussie WC campaign rocked by double injury blow
There are fears Australian captain Alyssa Healy’s T20 World Cup campaign could be over after she suffered a painful injury during her side’s victory over Pakistan.
WBBL star leads groundbreaking skin cancer study
Georgia Redmayne has been a star of WBBL and WNCL cricket in Queensland, yet she may have a bigger impact off the field through research into skin cancer in the game.
Leg Buys: Veteran poised for new club, quirky rule for new league
LEG BUYS: When the WBBL season gets underway this month, expect some big-name replacement players to land back in the tournament – with New Zealand star Suzie Bates finding a new home.
Recognition due for Aussie dynasty that tops any football team
Australia’s women’s cricketers are chasing a fourth-straight T20 World Cup win. The true extent of their dominance is extraordinary and they deserve equal attention to the Penrith Panthers, writes EMMA GREENWOOD.
Aussies start World Cup campaign with gritty win
Australia has secured a six-wicket victory in its T20 World Cup opener against Sri Lanka despite an early wobble in the run chase.
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